Celebrating our Learning Facilitator graduates, Nyanchiew and Lukambo
Hats off to Amala Learning Facilitators, Nyanchiew and Lukambo, who have graduated from Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) at a ceremony in Nairobi!
Lukambo being presented with his certificate
Lukambo, who has been facilitating the Amala High School Diploma programme since 2021, studied a BA in Healthcare Management with a concentration in Global Healthcare Perspectives. As well as working as a Learning Facilitator, Lukambo is the Co-Founder of Vijana Twaweza Club (VTC), a youth initiative that addresses hunger and anaemia issues in Kakuma Camp.
Nyanchiew has been an Amala Learning Facilitator since 2022, also running courses for the Diploma Programme students. Nyanchiew studied a BA in Management with concentration in Logistics and Operations.
“Education is the bridge that connects dreams to reality. I am deeply grateful to SNHU, GEM, and JRS for empowering me to achieve my dreams. This degree is not just a personal milestone but a testament to the power of perseverance and support. With dedication, we can overcome any challenge and reach new heights.”
Nyanchiew and Lukambo studied as part of SNHU’s Global Education Movement (GEM), an initiative to connect refugees around the world with the opportunity to gain a university degree. GEM and the Amala High School Diploma share a competency-based approach to learning, whereby students demonstrate mastery in different tasks and competencies to gain credits towards the qualification.
Lots of Amala alumni have also gone on to further their education at SNHU, pursuing degrees in Communications, Management and Health Management, as well as associate degrees. SNHU is just one of the many universities that accepts the Amala High School Diploma and is a key pathway for so many of our students who are going on to access higher education and opening up opportunities for their futures.
“I believe in good quality education. Unfortunately, many young people affected by forced displacement do not have access to it. It is so great to have met a few people and organisations in my life that provided me with opportunities that I would not otherwise have had access to. I have not only studied at SNHU, I have also been empowered to serve others better.”